Y A S M I NThe flickering red light made a hiss out of my lips, I glanced at hmy wrist watch continuously. The time seems to be moving fast my sister must be worried and my phone is dead."Miss let me check what's the cause of the traffic jam" the taxi man said.Why does things have to turn against me. First the airport delay and now the traffic jam. I'm sure unlucky today. 30 mins passed by without any improvement. Nothing could be heard except the sound of horns and the voices of people cussing. The cars dosen't seems to be moving a bit. After some time the taxi man entered the car with an annoyed expression on his face before i bring myself to ask him he beat me to it."An accident occurred which causes the traffic jam, some car bumped into one of a very known man, so we have to wait till they've settled their issues." The man said in a low voice."You mean we are staying like this till the well-known man or whoever he is settle their issues?" I asked in a sarcastic tone, retying
Y A S M I NI woke up feeling some sort of pain on my back. Did i sleep on the wrong side.I made sure i tidy up the room before stepping out. I'm not someone who leaves the room untidy."Assalam Alaikum good morning Aunt," I greeted."Wa salam morning my dear how was your night?" She said from the kitchen while her back is facing me."Alhamdulillah." While walking towards the kitchen i almost tripped due to the pain that shot through my body. Thank god Aunt didn't see me before she start bombarding me with questions."Let me help you." I offered taking the bowl from her hand and the serving spoon."I'm already done with the food and you have an interview won't you be late?" Talking about work reminds me of what I saw yesterday. While checking my documents i found out that I'm going for an interview in AD company. I hope i won't meet that arrogant guy."Yes Aunt, i will go right after i finish my breakfast." I answered back."Okay let's eat before the food gets cold."**Getting to th
Y A S M I N"Where do you think you're taking my son."I stopped walking hearing the voice. Turning my face towards the source of voice my eyes widen in surprise seeing the arrogant man I met yesterday "You!" I said pointing at him. He trekked towards me with a scowl on his face."Where do you think you're taking my son." He said again with fury in his eyes.This guy must be sick.A chuckle escapes my lips. "Who is your son? You don't look like someone who has a son." I ushered back."I see you must be one of those young girls who kidnap people's children for money tell me how much do you want?" His words hurt me.How dare him call me a kidnapper.In my whole life, I've never met someone so arrogant like him."Excuse me Mr man I'm not that kind of person and for your information, I saw this kid crying alone on the street and I asked him where are his mommy and daddy he didn't tell me anything so I decided to take him to my house maybe I can find a way to look for his parents." His ex
M A R W A NI slouched myself on the two sitter sofa exhausted from all the office work, loosening my tie a bit I rest my head on the sofa rubbing my temple a bit. Sleep was about to take over me when the loud cry of Amir brought me back from my almost slumber. I ignored it because I know his nanny is with him maybe he's just throwing a tantrum but his cries increases.He doesn't normally cry like this.Cussing under my breath I manage to take my body to his room. Anger took over me when I caught his nanny pinching him.What?"What the hell is happening here, what are you doing to my son." I roared.This girl must be crazy.Her face immediately changes to that of scary. "I want you to pack your things and leave my house you're fired." I spitted."Please Si-" "I don't want to hear anything, I've already caught you red-handed abusing my son.""Sir-""Leave!" I shouted. She left the room in a hurry tripping on the way. Almost all the nanny's I hired they all try to hurt my son and now
Y A S M I N This guy must be sick. Who does he think he is. I know the amount he offered is quietly enormous but Nanny! I can't be a nanny, I have so much planned out for myself Insha Allah."Yasmin!" Matilda called out."Huh""I was talking to you since what are you thinking about?" She asked."Nothing" I replied with a smile trying to shake off the unnecessary thought off my head."You know the investors are coming today we have to finish up everything, I don't want to get on Mr. Sa'ad bad side." She said the last sentence with a grin.Seriously this girl is crazy"Worry not your hot Mr. Sa'ad won't do anything because we're rounding up now." I mimic her voice. **"I want each and every one of you to try his/her best this is a big project we're going up against our big rival, I hope you will all work hard on this project. Within this week I want each group to prepare a proposal have a nice day." With that being said he walked out of the meeting hall majestically with Linda tailing
Y A S M I NThe week went by so fast. We've been busy in the office with the latest project. Ever since that day, I didn't hear from Marwan and I must say that I'm glad because am not ready for any Nonsense of his."Yasmin can you please photocopy this." Max my co-worker said handing me a bunch of papers. "Two copies each." Can't he do by yourself?Am I his maid.All these words are directed towards him but in my mind. I fake a smile. "Sure" but in reality, I feel like strangling him.I place the paper in the machine getting an unusual sound. What's this. I pressed the button again but same thing. I think there must be a problem with the machine. I called Matilda to help me with it. And it's still not showing any progress."I think there is a problem with the machine why not go to the 2nd floor you can photocopy the papers there." Why must I suffer when photocopying is not even my job."Can you please escort me? Maybe you will bump into your Mr hawty" Her brows furrow for a while
Y A S M I NFinding myself in front of Marwan building, I mentally scold myself for what I'm about to do. I inhale a sharp breath before pressing the doorbell. After standing for almost 30min, Marwan appeared with a scowl on his face.What's wrong with this man?"Hey?" I find myself saying and it came out as a question but got silence in return. He left the door for me and walked away leaving me uncomfortable.The silence of the room hung low which made me feel some uneasiness inside me. I need to get this over with and get myself out of this uncomfortable house."Can we get this done hastily, I have somewhere to be." I started. He placed a cup of coffee and lean himself on the Couch folding his hands across his chest. "As you can see this is a serious thing also regarding my son so there are some rules to abide by." My brows creased in confusion."What rules?"He excused himself disappearing to one of the doors which I assumed must be his study room within a minute he came back wit
|Y A S M I N|"Good morning Yasmin." Matilda greeted."Morning matilda how was your weekend." And that's when she started blabbering about what she did during the weekend."How was yours?" She inquired in return. My mind wandered back to the events of yesterday.**I gasped catching the sight of Marwan struggling with his breath. My legs went on it accord towards the direction he's sitting."Mr. Marwan are you okay?" His eyes were red and swollen. Seeing him in this condition made me frightened. I don't know what to do."Let me call the ambulance you need to be taken to the hospital" I was about to stand up when a hand touches my arm, shock shot through my body, this is not good."You don't need to call an ambulance check the drawer from my desk, my medication is there." He mumbled letting out a hiss. I did as I was told. I gave him not finding any water nearby, I rushed to the kitchen and fetched a glass of water."Here's the water..." I tailed off finding him splattered on the floo
Two years laterTwo boys were playing football. One was taller than the other. Looking at them you'll know they're siblings by how they look so much alike. A woman was seated a few miles away from them with a smile on her face."Amir be careful" she shouted when the noticed the taller one fell."Okay Mom" the boy answered with a toothy smile. She will forever be grateful to Allah for blessing her with the two lovely sons. Suddenly, a plate was placed in front of her. she let out another smile seeing her husband, the father of her kids. A smile on his face too."Amir and Siddiq" she called the boys. Upon hearing their Mom's voice, they stopped playing running towards where their parent are seated."Yes Mom," Amir said. Siddiq's voice which isn't that clear mimics his brother's voice. Siddiq was named after Papa. He reaches for the plate of fruits."No Siddiq, your hands are dirty. wash your hands first, then I'll give you your favorite fruits" the boy's face lit up. She pecked both of
Y A S M I NToday marked one week since our arrival and I must say mom was trying her best in taking care of Marwan and Amir. Sis Farah visited us too. She was surprised and also happy. Amir and Zara got along so well, they acted as if they knew each other so well. A smile made it way out of my face seeing Amir and Zara jumping around in the living room, As Zara refused to follow her mom back home saying she wants to stay with her grandma, and I know it's because of Amir."Good morning wifey," Marwan said hugging me from behind. I pushed him a little, my eyes scanning the surrounding. "Don't forget that you're in your in-law's house," I whispered enough for him to hear."And so, besides you didn't mind yesterday when we-" I shut him up by covering his mouth with my palms."Ever since we came you've become naughty just like Amir." his lips twitch up. "I'll be naughty just for you, when is your sister coming?" he asked which made me remember we both decided to go out for dinner today.
Y A S M I NEverything had been parked, the driver took them to the car. I watched the house, I feel like I'm living the house for forever. A hand touch my shoulder."Shall we" "Yes" I said letting out a sharp breathe.The drive to the airport was not so quite, as Amir couldn't stay calm, even the the a month of toys I gave him but the boy was still jumping up and down, he's growing up being stubborn nowadays."Can we cope with Amir like this" I whispered to Marwan, who was seated at the front. "Of course we can, he's now a big boy right Amir?" he turned his face and glanced at Amir, who was busy playing with the drivers seat pocket, hearing his father's voice his head snapped towards him, stopping at was he was doing."Don't worry Yasmin, it's nothing to worry about, beside I'll be with him too" As if he's saying the truth. when he start his work, he wouldn't even remember Amir nor me but I hope this little vacation will at least get him closer to him. I lean my head on the back se
Y A S M I N"I almost forgot, I'm here to tell you something," he said sitting on the empty space beside me."Okay, then I'm all ears""Here," he said handing me an envelope. I stared at the white envelope in confusion."What's inside?""Open it and see for yourself" I tore the lid."Tickets?" I said taking out the tickets."Yeah, it's for us, we're going on a vacation," he stated tight-lipped."To my hometown?" I access the ticket, not believing my eyes. Marwan taking me on a vacation and that to my hometown. Before I could realize it, I find myself lunging my arms around Marwan's neck."Ya Allah, I'm so happy thank you so much" I grinned, he encircled his arms around me too, tightening his hold, as if he's afraid I will disappear. "I thought that it will be best to spend some time together with Amir, and I think why not go to your hometown. I know you're missing your family." "How sweet of you" he pulled apart, cupping my face with his palms. "You know, I will do whatever that wil
Y A S M I NFriday AfternoonI was curled up in bed with Amir beside me, the boy had been sick since yesterday. I'm still on rest as per what Marwan told my boss, I am to rest for the whole week. Just the thought of staying indoors throughout the week without going to work excites me. Marwan is already at work, me and Amir being the only ones at home. I place my palms on his forehead and I'm glad his fever went down a bit. I've come to a decision that he will not go to school, we will spend the week together. Seeing it's almost time for Zuhr prayers, I pulled the duvet more to his body, getting out of the bed I went straight to the bathroom and did my wudhu and that reminded me of that night, the night we did our first kiss. The image is still clear in my head, that night is a special one for me. I prayed Zuhr Namaz praying to Allah to protect my family more and bless my marriage life. Getting married is not something I planned but now I realised that is what Allah planned.By the ti
Y A S M I N"Wakeup Yasmin. " I heard some voice calling my name but my eyes can't seems to open, the sleep is too heavy for my eyes."Raspberry. " the voice called again. I know exactly the person who calls me That but still I find my body moving more inside the duvet. he can't disturb my sleep with his little words."Yasmin you have to go to work, or do you want me to call Sa'ad and tell him you're sick?" he can do whatever him wants for all I care. "Should I call.?" he asked again. I hummed in return. I heard the sound of the door closing, which means Marwan left.**I cuddled up in bed too lazy to lift my body downstairs, my only movement is when I had to pray, after then I went back to bed again but not sleeping rather reading some hadith I downloaded on my phone. The phone suddenly rang, a smile appears on my lips seeing the person calling me."Assalamu Alaikum. " I started in my most calm voice."Wa Alaikum salam, are you still in bed?" he inquired. I hummed in return. "That m
MarwanToday seems to be a long day, I had been working since Morning, making sure all things are in place as an important guest is branching in our hotel. I had to make sure everything is moving accordingly. The Telephone vibrates beside me for the umpteenth time, Lunging my hands towards the phone, I place it to my ear. "Marwan Siddiq speaking." I said in a sharp tone."Sir, Mr Mussafir and his wife has arrived. " my Secretary said from the other end. "Okay prepare to take them to their room, I will be on my way now. " hanging up, I took my coat from the couch and exited the office.Its time to take the hotel to the next levelI have two motive in my mind. first is to make sure They are satisfy with the hotel and then I will bring up the proposal for the investment.Making my way towards the VIP hallways, I was met with Mr Mussafir and his ever young wife Mabrouk , they're about to enter their room two staffs with him one holding their luggage. "Good Afternoon Mr and Mrs Muss
Y A S M I NWe spent three days in Papa house before going back to our own. A lot has happened in the past three days, Aunt also came and offered her condolences. Marwan got back to work, as he now has more responsibilities than before. We both were busy with our owns works. dropping Amir in aunts place as usual. Even with our distances we still manage to talk during the night, though it's not much but it still better than not talking."Matilda can you help me check this power point if it's okay for the presentation. " The shareholders are coming tomorrow, so everyone is preparing a presentation as per the boss order. Matilda whose eyes was glued to the computer screen for the past thirty minutes, whirled her chair to my desk. "Its okay, you just need to make a few changes like the text size, it should be a little bit bigger and the line spacing shouldn't be too tight. " "Sure thanks. " I'm glad I have someone to correct my mistakes. No matter how good you are in something there mus
Y A S M I N"Are we staying the night? " I asked after a moment of five minute silence. it's already past 10 and I didn't hear him say anything about going back home."Do you want to go home?" he replied back with a question, his eyes are now turning back to their old self. "No, I'm just asking maybe, you know we haven't visit Amir in Aunt place since yesterday. I told her about...." suddenly the door burst open cutting me off. it was the young lady I saw the other time with the woman. "What happened Naila?" Marwan started seeing the look on her face, so I'm not the only one who notice the frown on her face."Mom wants to talk to you. " she muttered, something like hate, bitter coming from her voice."Okay, I'm coming, just give me five minutes. " the lady called Naila rolled her, which I didn't miss to see and shut the door with a loud thud. "We will pick him up tomorrow, now lets go meet my mom, I didn't get to introduce you two earlier. " so that was his mom I wanted to ask him